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    Search: Posts Made By: bleighw
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    Forum: Main
    08-22-2011, 09:49 PM
    Replies: 146
    Views: 10,481
    Posted By bleighw

    I love the label saying something about the...

    I love the label saying something about the location of the vows renewal. She will be so thrilled. Lover's Knot is lots better than a rag quilt for my money! Now Get It Done!
    Forum: Main
    04-30-2011, 04:55 PM
    Replies: 84
    Views: 13,031
    Posted By bleighw

    I hope this is not a repeat, but: The reason for...

    I hope this is not a repeat, but: The reason for changing directions that I was given was that most machines feed the bottom fabric slightly ahead of the top fabric when making long seams. The feed...
    Forum: Main
    04-28-2011, 08:52 PM
    Replies: 1,070
    Views: 89,271
    Posted By bleighw

    61 and quilting since 28! What's AGE got to do...

    61 and quilting since 28! What's AGE got to do with it? We are all better when communicating across a diverse group of individuals! Race, age, sex, nationality, etc. Your hubby is behind the...
    Forum: Main
    01-30-2011, 09:58 PM
    Replies: 308
    Views: 28,799
    Posted By bleighw

    Many of the current quilting magazines today are...

    Many of the current quilting magazines today are owned and managed by the same company. Over the past 4 years, they have begun to look and feel more alike. In addition, most of the 10-12 issues per...
    Forum: Main
    01-04-2011, 04:12 PM
    Replies: 56
    Views: 12,395
    Posted By bleighw

    I made a 16-patch (scrappy) Then large half...

    I made a 16-patch (scrappy) Then large half square triangles with white and a scrap as points for star blocks. The half square triangles were equal in size to 1/4 of the 16 patch (or same size as a...
    Forum: Main
    01-04-2011, 04:05 PM
    Replies: 56
    Views: 12,395
    Posted By bleighw

    Good option for me. Thx, Leigh

    Good option for me. Thx, Leigh
    Forum: Main
    01-03-2011, 04:07 PM
    Replies: 117
    Views: 16,008
    Posted By bleighw

    Good to know the equivalent conversion for LED's....

    Good to know the equivalent conversion for LED's. Thanks
    Forum: Main
    12-31-2010, 10:13 PM
    Replies: 117
    Views: 16,008
    Posted By bleighw

    I know! I am really spoiled! I love it,...

    I know! I am really spoiled! I love it, though!!!
    Forum: Main
    12-31-2010, 06:07 PM
    Replies: 117
    Views: 16,008
    Posted By bleighw

    I have about 650 sq ft. of sewing and quilting...

    I have about 650 sq ft. of sewing and quilting space. It has 7 eyeball recessed lights from the 70's that I have placed GE Reveal bulbs in. I recently got a LA and found I needed more light,...
    Forum: Main
    12-31-2010, 04:18 PM
    Replies: 78
    Views: 18,665
    Posted By bleighw

    no one has mentioned to keep a finger or two...

    no one has mentioned to keep a finger or two hanging off the edge of the ruler onto the fabric. Of course, not off on the cutter side. That seems to help along with the sand paper dots. :roll: ...
    Forum: Main
    12-23-2010, 09:52 PM
    Replies: 62
    Views: 7,394
    Posted By bleighw

    I, too, flit from thing to thing. When I am...

    I, too, flit from thing to thing. When I am trying to knit or quilt , I have found the use of my Ipod or radio can keep my mind just busy enough to allow hours to go by while being productive. I am...
    Forum: Pictures
    12-20-2010, 05:58 PM
    Replies: 72
    Views: 10,895
    Posted By bleighw

    I think most fleece is polyester. It does not...

    I think most fleece is polyester. It does not always take to heat well. These can sometimes get overheated by mistake. Not good if they melted! :oops:
    Forum: Main
    12-17-2010, 05:28 PM
    Replies: 71
    Views: 9,502
    Posted By bleighw

    Sorry, in advance, I am NEVER happy with my...

    Sorry, in advance, I am NEVER happy with my results when I machine bind on both sides. Some people can seem to do it fine. Not me! I have the same problem. I have 5 to bind in waiting. I am a...
    Forum: Main
    12-17-2010, 05:12 PM
    Replies: 87
    Views: 12,166
    Posted By bleighw

    Sorry for going off subject, but I am a huge...

    Sorry for going off subject, but I am a huge Basenji fan and love your avatar. I am a bit of a newbie and don't see how to reply to just you!
    Forum: Main
    12-17-2010, 05:08 PM
    Replies: 87
    Views: 12,166
    Posted By bleighw

    Several years of "free" quilts. I have enough to...

    Several years of "free" quilts. I have enough to last well beyond my life expectancy, or anyone's. Problem is I still have to buy batting. So they are not really free... Oh well! I am happy with...
    Forum: Pictures
    12-17-2010, 04:52 PM
    Replies: 53
    Views: 7,586
    Posted By bleighw

    yes, me too.[/quote] I love the second...

    yes, me too.[/quote]

    I love the second layout. It seems to have a bit more motion / interest. Just my two cents.
    Forum: Tutorials
    12-17-2010, 04:27 PM
    Replies: 351
    Views: 446,698
    Posted By bleighw

    I really like pinwheels and this is very cool! ...

    I really like pinwheels and this is very cool! Thanks for sharing!
    Forum: Main
    12-13-2010, 06:45 PM
    Replies: 52
    Views: 10,545
    Posted By bleighw

    If you mean the green batting, it's actually a...

    If you mean the green batting, it's actually a bit less than cotton and the fabric store locally does carry it. I suspect if yours doesn't, they can order it for you.[/quote]

    The green colored...
    Forum: Pictures
    12-13-2010, 05:44 PM
    Replies: 63
    Views: 10,600
    Posted By bleighw

    Watch for leaking oil after any maintenance when...

    Watch for leaking oil after any maintenance when machine is on its side.
    Forum: Main
    12-13-2010, 05:39 PM
    Replies: 52
    Views: 10,545
    Posted By bleighw

    Bamboo is not "green". Couple of reasons: water...

    Bamboo is not "green". Couple of reasons: water consumption is quite high; chemicals that are required to make fibers ready for fabric manufacturing are toxic and most of the workers are not...
    Forum: Main
    12-03-2010, 09:01 PM
    Replies: 83
    Views: 31,141
    Posted By bleighw

    That sounds like a good idea I am going to have...

    That sounds like a good idea I am going to have to check it out and see if it will work for me. I have just moved in with my brother since my DD tossed me out. :-) I am going from a larger retangle...
    Forum: Main
    12-03-2010, 08:53 PM
    Replies: 83
    Views: 31,141
    Posted By bleighw

    If you put up a window curtain rod with...

    If you put up a window curtain rod with shower-curtain hooks on a blank wall, you can hang a flannel-backed tablecloth to use for a design wall. Inexpensive and very useful!![/quote]

    I did the...
    Forum: Main
    12-03-2010, 08:51 PM
    Replies: 83
    Views: 31,141
    Posted By bleighw

    Mixed bag! I have carpet. It is warmer, easier...

    Mixed bag! I have carpet. It is warmer, easier to stand on. It is generally more expensive. I like to use the floor to spread out on. Prefer to sit on carpet, rather than harder, colder floor. ...
    Forum: Main
    12-03-2010, 06:27 PM
    Replies: 73
    Views: 13,660
    Posted By bleighw

    When I first began quilting, I only used flannel...

    When I first began quilting, I only used flannel sheet for a batting. They were very flat, not as hot as regular (family all in the south), and added strength to prevent stretching due to any bias...
    Forum: Main
    12-03-2010, 06:00 PM
    Replies: 67
    Views: 9,635
    Posted By bleighw

    [/quote] I buy Kona White and Kona Snow by...

    [/quote]

    I buy Kona White and Kona Snow by the bolt at JoAnne's when it is on sale. That takes it to about $3 per yard. Be aware, Kona solids have a bit larger thread than some of the quilters...
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